no-brainer

noun

no-brain·​er ˈnō-ˈbrā-nər How to pronounce no-brainer (audio)
: something that requires a minimum of thought

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As the old saying goes, the kitchen is the heart of the home, so filling it with items that have a little soul is a no-brainer. Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 9 Oct. 2025 And with its extra-large packing capacity and lightweight design, the Matein Carry-on Backpack is a no-brainer pick at just $24. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 8 Oct. 2025 For the hostess in your life, the Mini Garden Tour from Flamingo Estate is a no-brainer. Jamie Fischer, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025 So in an ideal world, Luke Clanton and Jackson Koivun become no-brainers. Brody Miller, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for no-brainer

Word History

First Known Use

1954, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of no-brainer was in 1954

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“No-brainer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/no-brainer. Accessed 13 Oct. 2025.

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